Frosted Coffee Brownies
Decadent fudgy brownies infused with coffee flavor and topped with a luscious coffee frosting, perfect for coffee lovers or a rich dessert treat. Moist, chocolatey, and brimming with aromatic coffee notes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons brewed coffee strong
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Dissolve instant coffee in hot water in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Whisk melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
- Add coffee mixture and whisk to distribute.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until fudgy but set (toothpick test).
- Cool completely before frosting.
- Beat softened butter for frosting until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, brewed coffee, vanilla extract, and optional cocoa powder. Beat until smooth.
- Spread frosting over cooled brownies.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use espresso powder as a substitute for instant coffee if preferred.
Frosting can be made dairy-free by using vegan butter.
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or refrigerate for 5 days.
Can substitute brewed coffee with strongly brewed black tea for alternative flavors.
Frosting can be made dairy-free by using vegan butter.
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or refrigerate for 5 days.
Can substitute brewed coffee with strongly brewed black tea for alternative flavors.